For freedom and justice

A picture of the life of the Danish people from the late 1820s to the introduction of the free constitution in 1849. A fictional character, Rasmus Nielsen, travels around the country, first as a traveling teacher, later in other positions, and through his experiences we are introduced to the conditions of various population groups. The central figure in the portrayal of historical figures is the politician Orla Lehmann.

Director: Svend Methling

Cast: Svend Methling, Ebbe Rode, Angelo Bruun, Rasmus Ottesen, Mogens Wieth, Karen Berg, Kai Holm, Poul Holck Hofmann

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.